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Vietnam breaks own record as solar capacity surged in 2020
Its solar installations added 9.3 gigawatts to the national grid.
Vietnam breaks own record as solar capacity surged in 2020
Its solar installations added 9.3 gigawatts to the national grid.
India continues to delay anti-pollution rules for coal-fired power plants
The country initially set a 2017 target date for power companies to comply.
China should close 186 coal plants early to meet climate goals: study
The large number of plants are each performing poorly and “particularly suitable” for fast-track retirement.
China's carbon-free goal can back energy security, economic goals
The country has come up with a 'dual circulation' economic manifesto.
Indian power generation fell in February: report
Electricity generation for the month was at 112 BU.
SEA's biggest solar power plant to be built in Malaysia
It will be called the Sultan Ibrahim Solar Park.
Indonesia to form biggest geothermal holding company
It will comprise three state-owned companies focused on geothermal power.
Thailand to maintain renewables growth, outperform in SEA: report
The country has a highly supportive, regulatory environment for the market.
Taiwan's offshore wind sector stays afloat amidst tariff cuts
Investors with neither experience nor capacity in the sector seek chances to buy into an existing project.
Offshore wind pipeline in Asia strengthens: Fitch
The region comprises 29% of the global project pipeline.
Investment opportunities, government support drive Asia Pacific's geothermal growth
Indonesia is expected to overtake the US in leading the global geothermal power sector.
Why APAC is tipped to lead renewable investments by 2030
Wind and solar in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan enjoy feed-in-tariffs with reliable counterparties.
Behind Avaada Energy's rapid expansion across India
The company has clinched repeat investments from institutions such as ADB, DEG, FMO and Proparco.
Coal and renewables to put the squeeze on gas
Rising gas prices, increased energy security, economic recovery risks gas demand growth.
Asia Pacific power generation to attract $1.5t of investments
Renewables penetration enters the transition era.
Singapore's 5G and government support boost renewable use for data centres
Data centre firms have tempered expectations for green energy sources, but opportunities still await.
Asia to nearly double global offshore wind share by 2030
China’s dominance in the market might weaken as more countries ramp up capacity.
Commentary
Offshore wind power needs Singapore’s expertise as Asia’s reliance on fossil fuels rises